Seed Specialist

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Company Description WHO WE ARE: From a humble beginning in 1988 with six nurseries, PRT has grown into North America's largest grower of forest seedlings, having grown over 6 billion trees. With 27 Nurseries & 14 Seed Orchards across the US and Canada, we annually cultivate over 630 million high-quality seedlings, playing a vital role in reforestation and sustainable forestry. We're driven by a passion for environmental stewardship and a commitment to nurturing relationships, driving excellence, and fostering a people-first mindset, all to make a difference for a greener future. Here's what you can expect when you join PRT Competitive Compensation & Financial Growth: Earn a competitive annual salary with opportunities to build your financial future with our matching RSP . Comprehensive Health & Wellness: Take care of yourself and your family with our extended health, vision, and dental coverage , along with paid vacation and holidays . Career Development & Learning: Grow your skills and advance your career with personalized guidance and a learning-focused culture that prioritizes continuous development. Stable, Inclusive & Collaborative Environment: Join a year-round stable company where your voice matters in a collaborative and inclusive work environment . Make a Difference for the Planet: Contribute to environmental sustainability and a passion for nature solutions Job Description Seed Specialist We are currently seeking to fill an existing vacancy on our team. Join PRT as a Seed Specialist in West Verbena, Alabama, where you'll be actively shaping the landscape of tomorrow by effectively participating in our new cutting-edge seed processing facility that produces top-quality, genetically improved southern pine seed. This hands-on role includes machine repair and maintenance, seed processing systems and machine operation safely and efficiently to maximize productivity and minimize waste. What will YOU be doing as a Seed Specialist? As a Seed Specialist , you’ll contribute directly to the future of our forests through hands-on work in pine cone – seed processing, seed production, and team collaboration. Your key responsibilities will include: Seed Processing Operations: Support facility in all aspects of the seed cleaning, drying, sizing process and routine preventive care and maintenance of buildings and machines. Equipment Handling: Safely operate a range of equipment including tractors, forklifts, boom lifts, UTVs, and power tools. Team Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams and external partners to achieve production and research goals efficiently and safely. Recordkeeping & Tracking: Maintain accurate records of seed processing activities and track progress against key production and timeline targets. Continuous Improvement: Contribute ideas and embrace innovation to help improve safety, efficiency, and operational effectiveness. Communication & Culture: Foster strong working relationships by communicating with honesty, respect, and a spirit of teamwork. Qualifications What YOU bring to the table You’re a dynamic and driven professional who brings technical skill, field experience, and a collaborative mindset to support and strengthen our seed orchard operations. Bachelor’s degree or diploma in horticulture, agriculture, or forestry, or the equivalent combination of education and experience. Strong verbal and written communication skills that ensures clarity and alignment across all aspects of operations. Excellent mechanical skills along with experience diagnosing and repairing minor mechanical breakdowns effectively. Proficiency with digital tools including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Epicor. Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritize, multitask, and adapt in a dynamic work environment. Confidence working independently or as part of a team environment. Practical skills in operating and maintaining equipment, including seed processing equipment, forklifts, tractors, UTVs, and tools for safe use. Reliability and flexibility, with a willingness to work full-time—including weekdays and weekends during peak seasons. Previous experience is required, but we are open to individuals with previous transferable skills such as: horticulture, agriculture, forestry, silviculture, arboriculture, nursery operations, orchard management, greenhouse management, landscaping, plant propagation, environmental science, natural resource management, conservation, field research, equipment operation (tractors, UTVs, chainsaws, forklifts), pesticide application, fertilizer application, GIS mapping, data collection, Excel reporting, project coordination, teamwork, and fieldwork in outdoor environments. Additional Information Next Steps: Ready to grow your career with PRT? To apply please send your resume directly to us through our career portal at; Grow Your Career | PRT Growing Services Ltd. We embrace openness and diversity of thought for innovation and growth. We seek different perspectives to challenge conventional approaches and continuously improve our company’s performance and progress. We believe that openness and diversity of thought help us drive innovation, make better decisions, achieve effective stewardship of our business and enable our people to thrive. We encourage you to connect with us at human.resources@prt.com for more information about our accessible workplace, including disability accommodation for the recruitment process and beyond. Still Want to learn more? Follow us on Instagram: @TrustedToGrow, Facebook: @PRTGrowingServices, LinkedIn: @PRTGrowingServices. Thank you for applying; however only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. #letsgrowtogether Videos To Watch